#jun woong

[xoosoxee]

if you're reading this is your cue to watch tomorrow on netflix

[staincastle]

⠀⠀⠀ ★ rina's message is here! tomorrow icons

[yohankang]

Good work, Mr. Choi. 

(Tomorrow, ep. 12)

[mion-no1]

Jun-woong: Would you slap your best friend in the face for a million dollar?

Ryung-gu: I’d roundhouse kick you in the face for free.

Jun-woong *tearful*: I- I’m your best friend?

[quillinhand]

if I had a nickel for every time I watch a kdrama and become rapidly obsessed with the imaginary relationship of side characters in the drama- who weren't interested canonically, have/had different partners, are not gay(as far as the writers know), have like two scenes together, and ultimately don't care that much about each other/ aren't onscreen much together- I wouldn't have much but it's really really weird that it has happened thrice.

[lastofthe20thcenturygirls]

currently thinking about how joongryeon will be together forever and lim ryung-gu will often feel like a third wheel bc park joong-gil gave ryeon the flirty eyes again for the 56th time today and hope for jun-woong to die the 49 years to pass quickly so there'll be someone with him so he doesn't feels so awkward around those lovebirds on slow burn

[sousrantings]

“Ryeon-ah”

[thepersona]

A non-romantic K-drama starter pack

If you're interested in K-dramas but don't know where to begin, and aren't interested in (or would like to take a break from) romantic storylines, then this is for you!

P.S.: Some of these dramas may contain romantic side plots that don't necessarily define the main storyline. List not sorted in any particular order, and only includes completed dramas.

Gifs not mine!

Stranger (2017; 2019)

A political crime thriller full of red herrings, "Stranger" (Season 1) follows an investigation into the murder of a man who has bribed countless officials from multiple levels and branches of government. Led by stoic prosecutor Hwang Shi Mok (Cho Seung Woo) and feisty detective Han Yeo Jin (Bae Doona), this well-paced, well-acted drama is full of twists and turns that will make you suspect everyone at some point.

Kingdom (2019; 2020)

Historical political drama meets zombie thriller in the 2019 hit "Kingdom" (Season 1). The story follows Crown Prince Yi Chang (Ju Ji Hoon) as he investigates an outbreak of a mysterious plague that turns average citizens into rabid monsters while fighting to keep  his rightful place as heir to the throne. The hit series has led to a second season and a prequel TV movie "Ashin of the North" (2021).

Signal (2016)

Featuring a mysterious walkie-talkie that links the past to the present, "Signal" is one of the most beloved police dramas of the last decade because of its refreshing take on the genre and the top-notch performances of its three leads: Kim Hye Soo, Lee Je Hoon, and Jo Jin Woong. 

The Uncanny Counter (2020)

"The Uncanny Counter" is a comedy-drama about four "counters", or grim reapers who have been lent superhuman abilities by a group of spirits. Their main job is to stop demons who possess violent criminals that become more powerful by consuming the souls of their victims. Funny, colorful, and action-packed, the show features wonderful performances from the main actors: Jo Byeong Gyu, Yoon Joon Sang, Kim Se Jeong, and (my personal favorite) Yeom Hye Ran. The hit series has been granted a second season.

Racket Boys (2021)

If you need a feel-good drama that's not too heavy on the tears, crime, and lovey-dovey tropes, then this may be for you. "Racket Boys" is about an underdog middle school badminton team that dreams to make a mark on the national level and beyond. The rural setting and endearing ensemble cast, led by the talented Tang Jun Sang, allow for lighthearted moments but are never too cartoonish. A puppy love storyline exists between the leads, but it's very wholesome and innocent, and given far less importance than the struggle surrounding the national tournament.

Squid Game (2021)

International smash hit "Squid Game" is about a mysterious organization that selects individuals with impossible debt to participate in a series of children's games to have a shot at winning 45.6 billion won. The catch: only the winner gets to live. Features an amazing ensemble cast led by Lee Jung Jae, Park Hae Soo, and impressive newcomer Jung Ho Yeon.

Dear My Friends (2016)

A slice-of-life comedy drama featuring a stellar ensemble cast of the most accomplished Korean actors and actresses over 60, "Dear My Friends" follows 40-year-old writer Park Wan (Go Hyun Jung) as she chronicles the stories of her mother, her aunts, and their families. There are two romantic side stories here but the overall plot is more invested in how your friends can become your family especially after you reach a certain age. Think "Golden Girls" but in Korea. Praise-worthy acting from everyone involved, especially the main quintet: Na Moon Hee, Kim Hye Ja, Go Doo Shim, Park Won Sook, and Oscar winner Youn Yuh Jung.

Live (2018)

"Live" is a slice-of-life, police procedural drama that tells the story of rookies and veterans at Hongil Station in Seoul, where there is no shortage of petty and violent crimes. The crimes featured examine the decisions that South Korean cops have to make especially in dangerous situations wherein the gray areas become even grayer. There are romantic storylines between the four leads but they never overshadow the cases. Wonderful acting, especially from Bae Sung Woo and Bae Jeong Ok who play the veterans Oh Yang Chon and Ahn Jang Mi, respectively. Also stars funny man Lee Kwang Soo and the angelic Jung Yu Mi (Train to Busan).

Vincenzo (2021)

Born in South Korea, adopted into an Italian family, mafia lawyer Vincenzo Cassano (Song Joong Ki) flies back to Seoul after falling out with his adopted brother following the death of his boss/father-figure. His mission is to retrieve gold hidden beneath the dilapidated Geumga Plaza before it is ultimately demolished by the evil Babel Group that constantly harrasses its tennants to move out. Teaming up with the feisty lawyer Hong Cha Young (Jeon Yeo Been, Vincenzo uses mafia tactics in his war against the conglomerate that thinks itself above the law. What sounds like a heavy premise is offset by the physical and witty comedy provided by the charismatic leads and supporting cast. There is romance between the leads (who share great chemistry nonetheless) but it is by no means the driving force of this story. They could have recasted this with two male leads as more of a bromance story and the outcome would be quite similar, but Jeon Yeo Been gives a unique, quirky flair to her character that makes her difficult to replace.

Hyena (2020)

I know I said this wasn't a list for romantic K-Dramas but hear me out. There's romance but it's not what you think (the leads kiss a grand total of 3 times, twice in the first ep then once a little later). "Hyena" explores the world of corporate lawyers who serve the South Korean 1%. It's a dog-eat-dog world where the most conniving and least picky hyena reigns supreme. The hyena in question would be the brilliant renegade lawyer Jang Geum Ja (Kim Hye Soo). Sparks fly as she goes head to head with the by-the-book, elite lawyer Yoon Hee Jae (Ju Ji Hoon), whose ideals are constantly challenged as his world unravels around him.  The cases are challenging and the solutions that the leads come up with are intriguing. Romance doesn't drive this drama, but the chemistry between the leads is undeniable. 

[bluemascarponecherries]

I memed. Because I love this show. And I love these two.

And. I ship em. Others can fight the wall.

[mangodelorean]

Tomorrow | Episode 07 - A Prison Without Bars

[anotherfanaccount]

We stan a chokehold couple.

And poor Mr. Lim. He's gonna have to ask for reincarnation sooner or later, or maybe just wait for Jun woong to join the team again. He can bear him now.

[kdramacaptures]

Your body is yours, not someone else’s. You should love and care for it yourself

[royaltysuite]

Hi!! So glad that you are accepting requests.,Can I request a Park Joong-Gil imagine where the reader is his subordinate and secretely has feelings for him, and she is the only person he shows his soft side to or smiles only around her.

One day reader asks him why he only smiles around her and he is like because he loves her and confesses to her. Thanks!

Okay, you got it!~~

"L/n, collect this life." "Yes, sir"

"Reaper L/n, the Director wants you to assist the Sales team in the collection of these lives." "Yes, sir."

This was how I spent most of my time on the Escort Team. Taking orders from the cold and stoic man that was my Team Manager. And also the man I grew feelings for. Park Jung-gil.

Most reapers say that it was a bad idea for a subordinate to develop feelings for their senior officer, but I didn't care. As long as it didn't cross any lines, I was fine with loving him from afar.

It's how I stayed around him for so long without ever doubting my performance. However, everything seem to change after my recent run-in with the Risk Management team.

"Ugh, why must you be so infuriating, Mr.Lim?" "Why must you be so stuck-up, Ms. L/n?" The childish banter echoed in the empty halls as I made my way to deliver my reports to Mr. Park. "You know, maybe the reason you're so stuck up is because you've hadn't had a date since the Joseon era."

That halted my steps. "What are you trying to say?" I squeaked, my cheeks flushing in embarrassment. "How long are you going to stay in the shadows with your feelings for Mr. Park?" "Why should that matter to you?" "It's obvious that you love him and it's very obvious that he likes you as well."

"What, no he doesn't! Stop joking around like that..." "I'm telling the truth. Many people see how he looks at you. He always smiles at you when you're not looking. He treats you nicer than everyone else in Jumadeung. You think that's a coincidence?"

"T-that doesn't mean anything. Besides, he could have threads attached to someone in his past." "Or, his threads could've attached onto another person....or reaper. If you don't believe me, wait until you leave his office and if he stops you, then you'll have your answer."

Ryung-gu then turned and walked away, leaving me with my thoughts. 'He is slightly nicer when it comes to the lives I have to collect or when the Risk Management team causes trouble for me on my duties.' I thought, making my way down the empty corridor and approaching Mr.Park's door.

Once in front of the door, I took a deep breath and before I could open the door, I heard my name being called. "Come in, L/n."

Opening the door, I stepped inside to the usual sight of him sitting at his desk doing his usual paperwork. "U-umm, I brought the reports like you'd asked, sir." I muttered, steeping closer into the room and shutting the door behind me.

"Good, you can place them right here on my desk." "Yes, sir." Following his directions, I placed the reports onto the desk and took a couple of steps back. There was a short silence before he spoke again. "Is there anything else, L/n?" "Yes....this might sound awkward, but why are you so nice to me?"

"That's a pretty vague question." "What I meant to ask is. everyone seems to think when you're around me, you're nicer." "Nicer?" "Yeah, like how you hand me all the easy escort cases and smile when only I'm around. An-"

"It's because I like you." Those five words stopped my train of thought. "Wait, what?" "I like you." "You like me?" "Yes" "As in platonically or romantically?" "Romantically." "Ohh, umm.... well, I like you too." "I know. I knew for quite some time."

'Huh? How'd he find out?' I thought to myself. "I didn't think I was being that obvious." "Same here, except I was trying to grab your attention." He said, a light blush dusting his stoic features. "Well, since we've gotten our feelings across, would you be willing to go on a date with me? Probably after our shift ends?" I asked, not making eye contact in case he rejected it.

Hearing the small squeak from his chair and his footsteps approaching me, I looked up slightly to find him standing right in front of me. Jung-gil leaned in closer to face, the feeling of his lips ghosting over mine.

"How about we go out now?" He whispered, pulling me in closer by the waist. "O-okay." Satisfied with that answer, Jung-gil placed a gentle kiss on my lips, only to have that moment interrupted by Jun-woong and Ryung-gu busting into the room.

"Oh, sorry, didn't mean to interrupt whatever you two got going on....we'll just go now..." Jun-woong spoke before rushing out the room. "See, I told you that he liked you." "Ryung-gu?" "Yes?" "If you don't leave in the next ten seconds, you'll be waking up in ditch somewhere far from Jumadeung, got it?" I threatened, my cheeks heating up in embarrassment. "Okay, no need to get violent." He replied, walking backwards and shutting the door afterwards.

"I am so sorry about that-" "Don't worry about it, darling. Now, don't we have that date to get to?" "Yeah, let's go."

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Author's Note: Here you go, @kdrama-i-nation, I hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed writing it. At the end, I kinda made Ryung-gu like a little prankster and Jung-gil more flirtatious instead of cold. Those are just my small head-canons for them. If any of you readers have any requests, go ahead and send them in. Our inbox is always open and inclusive. With that being said, Stay Classy~

[mion-no1]

The Kdrama Tomorrow in a nutshell:

[lastofthe20thcenturygirls]

49 years and 2 months later...

[sousrantings]

I WILL GO TO WAR FOR THIS COUPLE IDGAF